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If your holiday trip stretches through New Year’s Eve, Walt Disney World pulls out all the stops to send the year off with a bang. 🎉 From double fireworks nights at Magic Kingdom to a midnight countdown around World Showcase at EPCOT, December 31 is one of the most electric—and busiest—nights of the year in the parks. The good news? With a little planning, you can still have an unforgettable night without letting the crowds steal the magic. Let's dive in.

Merry Menagerie isn’t a scheduled show or traditional character meet-and-greet. It’s something far more organic. Disney performers guide life-size, hand-crafted animal puppets as they roam freely through Discovery Island near the Tree of Life. Let's dive in.

Meeting Santa at Walt Disney World isn’t just a quick photo — it’s a whole experience. Carefully themed locations, dedicated character attendants, lighting designed like mini photo studios, and (thank goodness) shade and A/C in most spots. But at its core? It’s still that timeless childhood moment Disney has preserved for over 50 years:A kid, a dream, and a jolly man in red who somehow knows exactly what they’ve been wishing for. Let's dive in.

Universal Orlando transforms into a festive paradise every year — and 2025 is bigger, brighter, and merrier than ever, especially with Epic Universe celebrating its very first holiday season. From the iconic Macy’s-style parade to Grinchmas hijinks and magical winter moments in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, this is one of the most joyful times to visit the resort. Let's dive in.

Happy Thanksgiving Week, friends! 🦃✨ This is one of the busiest (and most magical!) stretches of the year at Walt Disney World — and 2025 is no exception. Let's dive in.

Our 2025 Jollywood Nights Map now reflects the latest park layout along with entertainment locations and times and character meet-and-greet areas. We’ll keep refreshing this map and cheat sheet as Disney releases more info—so you can count on it as your most reliable quick-reference layout for Disney’s glitzy holiday party at Hollywood Studios. Let's dive in.

If you’ve been searching for a Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party map that shows everything in one place—character locations, entertainment showtimes, treat trails, and more—you’re in the right spot!

Disney has released details of their planned refurbishment of the lobby area including updates to the carpet, new furniture, and the addition of the Grand Floridian Lobby Bar. While the renovations unfold, the beloved Grand Floridian gingerbread house will take a hiatus this Christmas season.

Crowds at Walt Disney World might feel like a never-ending parade, but with a sprinkle of Pixie Dust ✨ (and our field-tested strategies), you can navigate Disney crowds like a seasoned pro. Let's Dive in.

One of our favorite things to experience at Walt Disney World is the EPCOT Festival lineup—and each one brings its own unique energy to the park. From the creativity and color of the Festival of the Arts, to the floral beauty of Flower & Garden, and the delicious global bites of Food & Wine, it all builds to one final celebration: the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. ✨ Updated for 2025. Let's dive in.

Foodie Guide to Epcot International Festival of the Holidays

Guide to Disney's Looking for a glam twist on the holidays at Walt Disney World? 🎄✨ Disney's Jollywood Nights is back for the 2025 season at Hollywood Studios! While official dates haven’t been announced yet, Disney has confirmed the return of this unique after-hours event filled with old-school Hollywood style, festive entertainment, and themed treats. Here's everything we know so far—and what we're watching as more details are released! Let's dive in.

All the released details for MVMCP and our insights for having the best possible time.

Jollywood Nights - a classic Hollywood themed holiday party at Disney's Hollywood Studios includes an array of fun exclusive Christmas...

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Updated 7-7-25 When we travel with neurodiverse family members we know they need to take several sensory breaks a day when in the Disney...